Atlas continues to demonstrate its leadership in advancing America’s next generation of clean energy infrastructure through its support of the Aurora Powerhouse project at Idaho National Laboratory (INL). The project, developed by Oklo and advanced under the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Reactor Pilot Program, represents a key milestone in deploying innovative nuclear technologies that will strengthen U.S. energy security and resilience.
On September 22, leaders from government, industry, and the clean energy sector gathered at INL to celebrate the project’s groundbreaking—a moment that underscored growing national momentum behind advanced nuclear energy.
As part of the early-stage development, Atlas’ technical experts provided preliminary geotechnical investigation and on-site testing services, which helped inform the design and licensing efforts, in addition to supporting critical inputs for site development and regulatory approvals. Atlas is also supporting the project by providing survey services using aerial LiDAR methodology with traditional survey methods to deliver accurate, high-resolution mapping within a very short schedule. These services help guide site layout, infrastructure placement, and construction execution—not only improving sustainable infrastructure but also promoting a safe environment.
“Our nation’s clean energy future relies on collaboration and technical excellence,” said David Cram, Senior Vice President at Atlas. “Projects like Aurora demonstrate how innovation, engineering precision, and partnership can accelerate deployment of next-generation energy infrastructure. Atlas is proud to bring our deep expertise to help shape this new era of American clean energy.
For more than three decades, Atlas has supported nuclear power, research, and environmental cleanup initiatives across the United States. Since 2002, the company has partnered with the DOE on a range of critical programs at INL, including the Spent Fuel Handling Project, Remote-Handled Low-Level Waste Facility, and Carbon-Free Power Project. These long-term partnerships underscore Atlas’ trusted role in ensuring technical integrity, regulatory compliance, and environmental stewardship across the nation’s nuclear infrastructure.
With momentum building around the U.S. nuclear renaissance, Atlas remains at the forefront of engineering, testing, and assurance services that enable safe, efficient, and innovative energy solutions. The company’s contributions to the Aurora Powerhouse project reflect its broader mission: delivering the expertise, technology, and collaboration needed to power a more resilient, secure, and sustainable energy future.